The Hornady Varmint Express .22-250 Rem 50 Grain V-MAX is optimized for varmint and predator control, delivering exceptional speed, precision, and terminal effectiveness. Designed with Hornady’s V-MAX bullet, this round features a polymer tip for improved aerodynamics, ensuring tight shot groupings and devastating expansion upon impact.
The V-MAX bullet design allows for rapid fragmentation upon impact, making it highly effective for eliminating coyotes, prairie dogs, and other varmints. With a muzzle velocity of 3,800 fps, this round provides flat trajectories and reduced wind drift, ensuring superior long-range accuracy.
Hornady’s premium brass casings, clean-burning powders, and non-corrosive Boxer primers ensure reliable function in bolt-action and semi-auto rifles, making this a go-to choice for small game hunters and precision shooters.
Manufacturer Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 8336
- Caliber: .22-250 Remington
- Bullet Weight: 50 Grain
- Bullet Type: V-MAX (Polymer Tip, Rapid Expansion)
- Muzzle Velocity: 3,800 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 1,603 ft-lbs
- Case Type: Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer, Non-Corrosive
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 200 (10 boxes)
- Application: Varmint hunting, predator control, precision shooting
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features:
- V-MAX Polymer-Tipped Bullet – Ensures rapid expansion and devastating fragmentation upon impact.
- High-Velocity Performance – Achieves 3,800 fps, providing flat trajectories and reduced wind drift.
- Optimized for Varmint Hunting – Delivers explosive terminal performance, making it ideal for coyotes, prairie dogs, and small game.
- Premium Components – Brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and clean-burning powder ensure consistent ignition and accuracy.
- Superior Long-Range Accuracy – High ballistic efficiency and fast velocity make it perfect for precision shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: What is the V-MAX bullet, and how does it perform?
A1: The V-MAX bullet features a polymer tip, which enhances aerodynamics and ensures rapid expansion and fragmentation upon impact, making it highly effective for varmint hunting.
Q2: How does the high velocity benefit performance?
A2: With a muzzle velocity of 3,800 fps, this round provides flat trajectories, reduced bullet drop, and improved accuracy at extended distances.
Q3: Is this ammunition good for long-range shooting?
A3: Yes, the high velocity and flat trajectory make it excellent for precision shooting at extended distances.
Q4: Can I use this ammo for hunting coyotes and small game?
A4: Absolutely. This round is specifically designed for varmint and predator hunting, delivering explosive terminal performance on small targets.
Q5: Why buy from Black Bayou Armory?
A5: Black Bayou Armory offers top-quality hunting and precision ammunition, ensuring reliability, accuracy, and competitive pricing for serious shooters.